Senior Compliance Analyst - Elite US Law Firm

Pembury Legal; England; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm in London seeks an experienced Senior Compliance Analyst to join their Risk & Compliance team. The role involves conducting client due diligence reviews, overseeing junior analysts, and advising on anti-money laundering policies. Candidates must have at least 4 years of experience in a compliance role and preferably hold compliance qualifications. This position offers a salary of up to £80,000, along with generous benefits and opportunities for career development within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 4 years’ experience in a risk or compliance role within an SRA-regulated law firm.
• Strong expertise in client due diligence for higher-risk clients.
• Excellent understanding of AML, sanctions, and anti-bribery/anti-corruption legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based CDD reviews on clients and third-party relationships.
• Oversee and review the workload of junior compliance analysts.
• Advise on compliance with AML policies and procedures.
• Support audits, investigations, and compliance reporting.

Skills

Client due diligence expertise

Understanding of AML legislation

Team management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Compliance qualifications (ICA or CAMS)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Elite

Orbis

World-Check

Job description

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced compliance professional to join a prestigious international law firm in London as a Senior Compliance Analyst. This newly created role sits within the firm’s dynamic Risk & Compliance team and offers the chance to take on responsibility, manage junior colleagues, and gain exposure to senior stakeholders across London and New York.

Why Apply?

• Shape a newly created role within a growing Risk & Compliance team.
• Earn a competitive salary of up to £80,000, alongside generous benefits and perks.
• Gain career development opportunities through mentoring responsibilities and direct interaction with senior leadership.

You’ll be part of a small but highly effective Risk & Compliance team advising on a broad range of regulatory and compliance issues. Reporting to the Financial Crime Lawyer and the Associate Director of Risk & Compliance, you will take ownership of risk-based CDD reviews, oversee junior team members, and contribute to the firm’s financial crime compliance framework. This is a hands‑on, visible role offering international collaboration and long‑term progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct risk‑based CDD reviews on new and existing clients, matters, and third‑party relationships.
• Oversee, allocate, and review the day‑to‑day workload of junior compliance analysts, providing guidance and quality assurance.
• Support ongoing monitoring and ensure records and documentation remain accurate and up to date.
• Advise and support lawyers and assistants on compliance with AML policies, controls, and procedures.
• Contribute to audits, investigations, and compliance reporting.
• Assist with the roll‑out of new AML systems and platforms.

This role would suit a compliance professional with at least 4 years’ experience in a risk or compliance role within an SRA‑regulated law firm. You will have strong expertise in client due diligence (including higher‑risk clients and matters), a sound understanding of AML, sanctions, and anti‑bribery / anti‑corruption legislation, and confidence in managing or mentoring junior team members. Compliance qualifications such as ICA or CAMS are highly desirable, and proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Office, Elite, Orbis, and World‑Check will be an advantage.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading law firm during a period of strategic growth, taking on a newly created and influential role within its London Risk & Compliance team. With a blend of technical, advisory, and leadership responsibilities, this position offers variety, visibility, and a clear pathway for career progression.